This article is part of a larger series on The Peace Prayer of St. Francis. You can read the other entries here: Where There is Hatred, Let Me Sow LoveWhere There is Doubt, Let Me Sow FaithWhere There is Darkness, Let Me Sow Light O Lord make me an instrument of your peace… In this strange … [Read more...] about An Instrument of Peace
Relationships
Beloved Enemy
We know our most important relationships are supposed to be filled with joy and peace and love, especially during the Christmas season… but in reality, many of us have difficult and painful relationships with those we love the most. Beloved Enemy One searing, body wracking pain, and then, … [Read more...] about Beloved Enemy
Friendship
As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend. - Proverbs 27:17 (NLT) One of my main prayers for myself over the past couple of years was for meaningful friendships. My journal entries from this time are full of things like, “If God really cares for me, why would he let me feel so lonely … [Read more...] about Friendship
True Wellness: Amy, Teacher
Throughout my life, I've had people close to me comment on my weight, what I eat, and how I dress. I started believing my weight and the way I look were the reason why nobody wanted to date me. At 26 years old, I still haven't dated anyone. That's considered “weird” for society’s standards today. I … [Read more...] about True Wellness: Amy, Teacher
Called To Love
I believe I am a kind and loving person. I haven't really struggled with showing love to others I have known in the past, even those I have not known... but today I am finding myself needing Jesus to help me love some individuals in my life. It's safe to say we all hurt those we love, maybe not … [Read more...] about Called To Love
True Wellness: Lucy, Student
In a season of marriage and engagements, I have never felt more aware of my growing singleness. I have spent the majority of my life single and feeling like a failure because all I had ever wanted was to be romantically and seriously involved with someone. My parents met when my mum was 14, … [Read more...] about True Wellness: Lucy, Student
